What Happened
The Anaheim Ducks placed veteran defenseman Nick Jensen on waivers on October 31, 2026, according to reporting from Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman. Jensen, 36, joined Anaheim on the opening day of free agency in July on a two-year, $4.5MM contract. The Ducks had lost several defensemen from last season's group, including John Carlson, Jacob Trouba, Radko Gudas, and Olen Zellweger, and brought Jensen in hoping he could supply veteran stability and important defensive minutes.
Key Details
- Jensen, 36, is on waivers as of October 31, 2026.
- He signed a two-year, $4.5MM contract with Anaheim in July.
- Anaheim lost Carlson, Trouba, Gudas, and Zellweger from last season's defense.
- The Ducks expected younger blueliners Tristan Luneau and Noah Warren to take on full-time roles.
What It Means
The move puts a recently signed veteran defenseman on the waiver wire less than four months after he joined the Ducks. Anaheim's blue line has turned over significantly since last season, and the club had planned for younger players like Tristan Luneau and Noah Warren to assume larger roles. Jensen's placement suggests the Ducks are adjusting their defensive mix early in the season.
What's Next
Jensen will be available to the other 31 clubs on the waiver wire. If he clears, Anaheim can assign him to the AHL or keep him on the NHL roster.